"Have you not thought of what I have an obligation to? I have spent years preparing to be alpha. I went to the Academy in the London. I have put up with my dad's bullshit trying to shadow him. My pack is the most important thing to me next to my family. I am their Alpha. Violet can't do it, and my dad will have to retire soon. I am the only one who can continue the family lineage of alphas. I am the only one who can run the pack." I paused and bit my lip. "If I was your mate, I become your Luna. I have to leave Timber and leave my responsibility as their alpha." I stared up into his eyes. " As much as every fiber of me is aching to be yours. For you to claim me. To mark me," I stopped, placing my hands on his chest. I heard his breath hitch."I have a pack to think about. Erik, I wish things were simpler. I really do. But you should understand, as well as I do, the duty you have to your pack. I can't just drop that." I kissed his cheek and turned to walk away from my alpha mate.